Geneva, NY Neighborhood

Is Geneva, NY (Geneva South) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe1

Medium4

Low1

Other12

1 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape0

Child involved1

Assault0

Other0

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported gas odor at an equipment business near a highway. Radio traffic indicated a gas main had been struck and there was an active gas leak. Multiple units arrived on scene and confirmed the ongoing leak while a gas company worker was reportedly on the way.	NY-414, Seneca Falls, NY 13148	Fire
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, north Seneca EMS was dispatched for a 68-year-old woman reported to be very weak with a possible severe infection near Kingdom Road and nearby cross streets in the Seneca Falls area after a recent hospital release.	Kingdom Rd, Waterloo, NY 13165	Medical Emergency
Jul 8, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews respond to a reported carbon monoxide alarm at a home near Route 89 and Fayette/Varick Town Line Road in Fayette. The caller reports that everyone is outside and no one appears to be ill.	NY-89, Seneca Falls, NY 13148	Fire
Jul 4, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical services were dispatched for an elderly female with difficulty breathing near Yale Station Road and Goldsmith Road. The patient was reported conscious and experiencing breathing problems.	Yale Station Rd, Geneva, NY 14456	Medical Emergency
Jul 2, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units are responding to an automatic fire alarm at a church on Mound Road in Seneca, with the alarm reportedly coming from the southwest hall and nearby rooms.	Leader Rd, Fayette, NY 13065	Fire
Jul 2, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units are responding to a reported automatic fire alarm at a commercial power equipment business on Route 5 and 20 in Seneca County.	NY-414, Seneca Falls, NY 13148	Fire
Jun 30, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency call was reported near Route 96 and Yellow Tavern Road involving an elderly female who was conscious and breathing, experiencing chest pain, arm pain, and abnormal breathing. Emergency services were dispatched.	NY-96, Waterloo, NY 13165	Medical Emergency
Jun 30, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded near Route 96 and Yellow Tavern Road for an elderly female with chest and arm pain who was conscious and breathing normally.	NY-96, Waterloo, NY 13165	Medical Emergency
Jun 28, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS responded to a reported medical emergency involving an unconscious 65-year-old woman at a cheese company near Route 96 in Waterloo. She had reportedly passed out, was possibly having a seizure, had been vomiting, and became unresponsive.	NY-96, Waterloo, NY 13165	Medical Emergency
Jun 27, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical response requested for an elderly woman with abdominal pain near Route 96, close to Yellow Tavern and Dwyck Road. No lights or siren were requested.	NY-96, Waterloo, NY 13165	Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price

$212,976

Average Rent

$1,696

Vacancy Rate

12%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Geneva South in Geneva, NY has a median home price of $212,976, more affordable than most New York neighborhoods.

The neighborhood is historic with many residences built before 1940 and a vacancy rate of 12.0%, higher than most U.S. neighborhoods.

Historic HomesSmall Apartment BuildingsHigher VacancyShort Commutes

Quick Facts

Historic Homes	77.6% built no later than 1939

Housing market and real estate character

Housing is dominated by small apartment buildings, many historic, with a higher vacancy rate than average.

Housing Type	35.0% small 2-4 unit apartment buildings
Housing Age	77.6% built no later than 1939
Owner vs Renter Occupied	Mixed ownership and rental

What buyers will notice right away

High concentration of historic homes adds charm and uniqueness.

12.0% vacancy rate may indicate weaker demand or new construction.

Families & Lifestyle

Geneva South offers a mix of occupations and a moderate income level with some child poverty.

Short commute times support work-life balance.

Historic neighborhood character appeals to those valuing charm.

Walkable Commutes — 11.5% of residents walk to work, higher than most U.S. neighborhoods.

Child Poverty Rate	21.0%

Demographics

Executive, Management, Professional Occupations	38.4%
Income Level	Middle income
Child Poverty Rate	21.0%
Top Languages	English (88.4%), Spanish, Italian
Top Ancestries	Italian (17.9%), Irish (13.8%), English (9.9%), German (9.8%), Puerto Rican (9.4%), Romanian (1.1%), Scottish (5.3%)